Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas (BCBSTX) covers weight loss surgery. However, some policies do specifically exclude weight loss surgery. Use the contact information at the bottom of this page …
Alcohol After Weight Loss Surgery?
In August of 2013, a drunk driver went to court and blamed her breathalyzer results (results that showed her blood alcohol levels at over 3 times the legal limit) on …
Top 7 Apps After Weight Loss Surgery
You’ve had weight loss surgery and you’re on your way to a thinner and healthier life. You’d like to take advantage of technology and use some of the great apps …
Before And After Your Gastric Balloon [Complete Guide]
Gastric balloons are an alternative to bariatric surgery for people with lower body mass indexes. Most patients lose between 20 and 50 pounds over a six-month period (about 10 to …
Gastric Bypass Vs. Gastric Sleeve Surgery
There are several things to consider when trying to decide between gastric bypass surgery and gastric sleeve surgery. Unlike the laparoscopic adjustable gastric band (Lap Band), these two operations are …
Gastric Bypass Guide – Before & After
Table of Contents: History Benefits Surgery Day Recovery Diet Dumping Syndrome Vitamins & Supplements Can it be Stretched? Expected Weight Loss Saggy Skin Emotional Changes Risks and Downsides Books and …
Vitamin Guidelines After Bariatric Surgery
After bariatric surgery you must take vitamins for the rest of your life. Serious illness can result from non-compliance with your vitamin and mineral guidelines. Mood, energy, and focus can also …
Expected Weight Loss From Gastric Sleeve Surgery – Calculator
Patients often want to know exactly how much weight they will lose from gastric sleeve surgery. The answer changes for every patient. But there are some easy ways to calculate …
Expected Weight Loss From Gastric Bypass – Calculator
Gastric bypass surgery will make you lose weight. I’m not aware of anyone who has had the surgery and not lost some weight. So the question is not if will …
How Much Weight Will You Lose After Lap Band Surgery?
If you’re considering weight loss surgery then you should consider Lap Band surgery. There are three common weight loss procedures; Lap Band surgery, gastric bypass and gastric sleeve surgery. The …